In the past 6 months I’ve done extensive analysis of the list industry and researched many of the sites that list buyers typically use, I logged in to them, I studied their features and functions and I drew conclusions on what is good and bad with the technology on display, it was a fun journey and I certainly learned a lot. What is clear from my review is that the Compact mapping tools are world leaders. For instance, not only does the Resident List site offer basic radius mapping (which, lets face it, most decent list company providers can work out), but Compact developers have also programmed in special features such as Drive Time Mapping. What is Drive Time Mapping, simply plug in your start point, pick a time you would like to drive from that point on all surface roads, click enter and see your Drive Time Map rendered on screen in seconds. What is then truely great about the Resident List site is that once you’ve produced the maps you need to present to clients or management, you can then create a PDF instantly, and then download it along with an XLS file of the count you are researching – and all for free as long as you are a list-buying customer of ours. Soon you will also be able to produce multiple maps, using a basic or drive time radius, and have Compact print, UV coat, bind and ship your maps directly to your office or client. Be sure to stay tuned to this area, I’ll be checking back routinely to add more information on Compact’s products and services (which are rapidly evolving right now) as well as answering any questions and responding to any customer requests for new features.

Cheers Rich
Compact Chief Operating Officer